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Chapter 664: Combat Strength, and Responsibility
The fact that Chongfeng, a B-level mercenary group, is willing to cooperate with Courtyard 5905 is truly a great boost to Courtyard 5905.
Two new high-end combatants have been added: Greatsword Celery Spirit Glaius, who possesses sixth-tier plant spirit power, and Maple Shadow Swordsman Spirit Maple Leaf, who possesses seventh-tier plant spirit power.
The former possesses immense strength, is skilled with a greatsword, and has incredibly powerful close-combat abilities.
According to Commander Glaus, he even defeated a giant zombie that was about eight meters tall in a head-on battle.
Although he won by sheer luck with the help of his companions, his courage to face such a terrifying enemy, not to mention to win, is truly remarkable.
Glaius's fighting style is characterized by wide, sweeping movements, but it doesn't rely on brute force.
He is very good at observation, and then grasps the rhythm of the battle, so that he can give the most accurate orders at the most appropriate time.
The latter was as fast as lightning, with superb swordsmanship, and even mastered five secret sword techniques on his own.
Such talent, even in Long'an where martial artists are everywhere, would be considered unparalleled.
It is no exaggeration to say that if Feng Ye hadn't been so dedicated to honing his martial arts skills, he would have long been treated as an honored guest by various powerful forces, enjoying inexhaustible resources and protection.
Feng Ye rejected many offers, determined to stay at Chongfeng and hone his skills through constant real-world combat.
Such a persistent pursuit of martial arts is truly admirable.
More importantly, both Glaius and Maple can summon the prototype plants corresponding to their respective races.
This only means one thing—they can participate in courtyard battles as "Plant Spirit Warriors".
In the modern world, not all plant spirits can have their own summoned creatures.
According to Mo Chen's observations and research, one of the prerequisites for having a summoned creature is that the species to which the plant spirit belongs must have a corresponding prototype plant in the Plants vs. Zombies series.
(Even modified or fan-made works are included.)
Furthermore, even if one's race meets the requirements, whether or not one possesses a summoned creature depends on the individual's talent and effort in this area.
Aside from a few innate geniuses, most plant spirits need to learn the relevant knowledge before they can summon the prototype plant corresponding to their race.
However, there are still quite a few unlucky plant spirits that are not favored by the world's consciousness.
They cannot receive assistance from summoned creatures during battle and must rely on their own strength to fight alone.
When recruiting new soldiers, the Federation military will also give priority to those plant spirits who have summoned creatures.
In the military's combat capability assessment system, the strategic value of these plant-spirit warriors is generally more than twice that of the "standard unit".
That is why only they would be assigned to serve in the War Court.
After all, the homeowner needs enough summoned creatures to reinforce the defenses of the courtyard.
Next, we'll talk about the five captains of Chongfeng, each leading nine plant spirit mercenaries.
Four of the team leaders (number one, two, four, and five) did not have their own names and could only be referred to by their code names.
The strongest member of the first team is Iron Fist, who is a Vegetable Spirit with fifth-order plant spirit power.
His fists could shatter steel, making him undoubtedly a brave and skilled warrior.
In battle, Iron Fist always charges ahead, blasting a path forward for the team with his fists, earning the respect and trust of his comrades.
Second Captain Wall Skin's strength is only below the two captains and Iron Fist; he is a high-ranking plant spirit with fourth-tier plant spirit power.
Because of his steady and reliable personality, as well as his meticulous mind, he was also in charge of the team's paperwork and logistics.
Without the silent protection of the wall behind them, Chongfeng could not have become a well-known B-level mercenary group.
The spearheads of the fourth captain and the bullet casings of the fifth captain are both weed spirits with third-tier plant spirit power. They are not strong, but they are quick-witted and quite organized.
Mao Jian comes from humble beginnings and is eloquent, always bringing back valuable information and intelligence for the team.
Tankai's marksmanship is outstanding, and he is also familiar with the use and maintenance of various equipment, making him an indispensable talent for Chongfeng.
Unfortunately, none of the four captains could summon the prototype plants corresponding to their respective races, which may be the reason why they became mercenaries.
The only Chongfeng cadre that Mo Chen paid special attention to was Nuonuo, who was the third team leader and the team doctor.
She was young, looking only fifteen or sixteen years old. Not only was she the only female member of Chongfeng, but she was also a Sunshine Mushroom plant spirit with fourth-order plant spirit power.
Putting aside the rarity of the Sun Mushroom Plant Spirit, the fact that Nono possesses a summon is enough to garner more attention from Mo Chen.
Even though Nono was a self-taught doctor who had never systematically studied professional knowledge, Mo Chen could still realize her importance in this mercenary group.
The plant spirit mercenaries of Chongfeng basically regarded her as a younger sister or daughter, or, to use a more appropriate term, as their darling.
Nono's existence is somewhat like an emotional bond that holds Chongfeng together. In those missions filled with gunpowder and death, she is definitely the softest part of these men who have tasted blood on the edge of a knife.
Finally, there were forty-five heavy-armor mercenaries who generally possessed second to third-tier plant spirit power. They were experienced in combat and their strength was in no way inferior to that of the lower-ranking soldiers of the Federation forces.
They are the flesh and blood and skeleton of Chongfeng, and the cornerstone that builds this B-level mercenary group.
The oldest is fifty-four years old, and the youngest is only fourteen.
These Heavy Edge mercenaries come from various races and backgrounds, including weed spirits, pea shooter spirits, ordinary citizens, and former wanderers.
Rather than calling them mercenaries, it would be more accurate to say they were just a group of poor people struggling to make a living.
Their reason for joining Chongfeng was simple: for world points, and to survive in this cruel world.
Courtyard No. 5905 chose to cooperate with Chongfeng and accept their participation, gaining not only fifty-two combat units but also fifty-two heavy responsibilities.
Mo Chen walked out of the tavern with the stamped contract, took a deep breath of fresh air in the afternoon sun.
"The residences provided for Chongfeng have been arranged, a total of ten, and the keys are ready. Nata will hand them over to Glaus."
Xiao Da teleported to Mo Chen's side and explained her arrangements for Chong Feng: "As for the access to the training ground... I have also granted it to Chong Feng mercenaries."
"Okay, I see."
Mo Chen nodded slightly and casually patted Xiao Da's head: "Take good care of our home while I'm away from the courtyard."
Xiao Da proudly put her hands on her hips: "Leave it to me, Mo Chen, you can rest assured."
"Keep in touch. I will first go to the Ranger Camp to meet up with the Aomori Rangers, and then I will follow them until we find the location of the underground stronghold where the Redemption Path branch is located."
Not long ago, Mo Chen had told Xiao Da about his upcoming schedule.
"Understood. I will keep the communication online until you successfully rescue the Enchanting Mushroom Spirit from our courtyard number 5905."
Xiao Da paused, her tone seemingly reluctant, but more so firm: "Be careful, and don't forget, you are the owner of courtyard number 5905."
Mo Chen didn't say anything more, but waved his hand with his back to her and walked straight to his residence.
Four figures were already waiting at the entrance.